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Bedford communities and police praised for “brilliant example” of working together

Bedford's political leaders have praised local people and Bedfordshire Police for the way they worked together in the face of threats of possible far-right protests on Wednesday night (7 August)...

Opinion: We are Bedford and we won’t be intimidated but there’s still work to be done

I'm not going to lie, last night I was concerned. Despite several off-the-record chats with police, the council and other organisations who gave me the impression that the chance...

Bedford comes together as Bedfordshire Police reissue their warning “We are capable and able to respond to any unrest”

The communities of Bedford have shown solidarity with their neighbours of all faiths and ethnicities in a show of defiance against possible far-right protests in the area...

Police say no need for Bedfordians to change normal routines despite concerns fascists may target local areas

Bedfordshire Police have said they will have extra officers on duty tonight to keep residents safe and supported, but aren't currently advising residents or businesses to change their...

“It’s about outcomes not photographs,” says Bedfordshire’s PCC

Bedfordshire’s new police and crime commissioner (PCC) said he’ll be judged on outcomes and not on how many times his picture is taken. Bedfordshire’s previous PCC was a frequent...

Bedford Independent signs joint statement of solidarity against fascism, hate and misinformation

The Bedford Independent has signed a joint statement of solidarity with community groups across the Borough to support and protect the diverse communities that work hard...

Teenager in hospital with serious injuries after “fight involving weapons” in Shortstown

Bedfordshire Police are investigating after a “fight with weapons” in Shortstown on Friday (2 August) left a teenage boy with serious injuries.…

Calls for calm and to stop spread of misinformation after Bedford appears on ‘EDL’ protest list

Community organisations and Bedford & Kempston's MP have called for calm and asked people to stop spreading misinformation after Bedford appeared on a list reportedly highlighting...

Letters: PCC invites public? I don’t think so

We’re told that the PCC’s new survey is aimed at hearing the views from the Bedford public on policing, but is that really the objective? The large number of complex questions sounds...

Dealers who played “significant role” in supplying drugs across Bedfordshire jailed

Two drug dealers involved in the sale of heroin and crack cocaine across Bedfordshire, including one who was caught dealing in Bedford, are now behind bars after being jailed...

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